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Relating to official previews 2009 is the year to become a very difficult one. Recession in europe? A world crisis in economy? Nobody really knows how to call it correctly like it will be. But one thing is for sure. Though people may expect the worst Lucie Kvasnicov・ better known as Lucca by her fans, will expect a highlight in her career.

This tiny and beautiful woman from the Czech republic has played and placed herself into the hearts of her fans throughout the last decade and received much respect from male collegues like Chris Liebing or even Carl Cox who still is one of her favourite turntablist in techno business. All of them estimate Lucca a lot and cherish her style and skills and give her the references a worldwide top-dj does need to have.

Lucca's approach towards the perfect sound has always been accompanied by authenticity and devotion. Firstly captured by the house sound by dj sneak Lucca afterwards seduced herself to the techno vibes from napoli. In this epoque Lucca started to be part in every line up of every essential event concerning this style and was given her own festival organised by her former agency Mersey. As a conclusion she performed at "Live @ Hradhouse 2005" a unique concert which was also released on dvd showing this wonderful location placed in the castle of Boskovica and Lucca as the headliner. But she did not stop changing and created her own sound - the Sound Of Acapulco.

More than five years ago in 2003 it was time for Lucca to launch her own label named Acapulco Records. This move has been considered one of the most important actions for the techno scene among the czech republic which was still developing at this point of time. Releases of Acapulco became the synonym for progressing czech techno and were mentioned in many playlists and dj charts. The relaunch of her label now called Sound Of Acapulco could not knock down her acceptance and did show her skills concerning musical visionary even in a brighter light.

Currently this bright light is being transmitted by her debut album "Reformation" which mirrors Lucca's personal trip through life. It is purely a big exhibition of her personal taste of music and a common production with the german producer Tobias Fiedler. As a special appearance even the famous czech musician Michal Pavlicek provides his guitar riffs on her longplayer. "Reformation" does not only reflect her current life concerning music. "Reformation does sound a little bit like revolution but it is not. Me for myself it sounds slightly to aggressive", Lucca claims in an interview. Moreover her album has been built around the experiences she faced the recent years while travelling and now is the djane's v-card. "Reformation" not just includes her former hit single "Body Dance" it is also packed with twelve new stunning tracks e.g. "Quantum" her personal favourits „Hundertwasser“, „Teleport“ und „Noise Town“ as she says. But Lucca would not be satisfied with her engagement for music if she would not plan to start a new longplayer production starting within the next year. This woman is simply restless.

Meanwhile Lucca is a resident guest in music magazins and an appreciated partner concerning endorsement deals. She recently has been the face of well known manufacturer American Audio and cover act of Raveline Germany's leading magazin for electronic music. She also did a highly acclaimed special mix for this particular issue which was downloaded many many times and shows her well timed presence and knowledge of music if needed. For this reason she has been elected for the forth time in the row "DJ Of The Year" in the Czech Dance Music Awards and still does host her own radio show on Paul van Dyk's Vonyc Radio since may 2008. One of her career dream was fulfilled this year, as Carl Cox invited her to play with him in Space, Ibiza on 11th of August.


Contact:
www.lucca.cz
www.soundofacapulco.com

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Alex Kenji

Alessandro Bacci (29), aka Alex Kenji, is an internationally renowned and respected DJ/producer with over 10 years experience of producing, DJ’ing, and performing. As well as ‘Alex Kenji’, he has released records under host of pseudonyms including: Yoshie Chandler, Combo, Green Sugar, HouseLovers, D.L.D., Orange Love, Kaiko, Itchy Bit and many others.

His tracks have featured on the BBC Radio1 Essential Mix and in the DMC US House Chart and playlisted by best dance music djs such as: Tiesto, Pete Tong, Bob Sinclar, JUSTICE, Sasha & John Digweed, Fedde Le Grand, Steve Angello, Tocadisco, Roger Sanchez, Kaskade, Sharam (Deep Dish), Alex Gaudino, Robbie Rivera, Laurent Wolf, David Piccioni, Jason Nevins, Chris Lake, Hernan Cattaneo, Tom Novy, Joe T Vannelli, BSOD, John Dahlback, Inpetto, Jean Claude Ades, Demi, Omid 16b, Desyin Masiello amongst his fans.

His DJ sets offer an impeccable house / tech-house selection ranging from deep grooves to more techno oriented tunes all designed to rock the dance-floor to its foundations. He has performed all over Italy, Canada, Spain, Israel, Australia, Brazil, USA, Colombia, Mexico, Poland, Hungary, the UK, Germany, Cyprus, Belgium, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine, Tunisie, Portugal and Switzerland such as both resident and headline DJ.

Recently, thanks to the huge success of 2 singles 'A Lot Of' and 'Adelante', he has been featured for 11 weeks on Beatport Overall Top Downloads, selling more than 16,000 units thru the net; as well, licensing them on top notch Cd compilations such as: Azuli Presents Miami Sampler 2009, Eric Morillo Subliminal Summer Sessions 2009.

On February 2009 has been released on Mark Mendes imprint (Starter Records) track called 'UP' reaching on Beatport Number 1 Overall Top Downloads, licensing it again on the best worldiwide compilations.

Outside the club, Alex is co-owner with Manuel De La Mare and Luigi Rocca (Marshall) of 303Lovers and Hotfingers record labels; these brands have sold more than 100,000 units on music web stores, mostly via Beatport since first launching in August 2007.

As well, he has overseen collaborations with both independent and major labels including: EMI (Italy), Universal(GSA), Azuli (Usa), King Street Sounds (Usa), Milk & Sugar (De), Superstar Recordings (DE), Rise Records (IT) and many more.

With over 50 releases, and tracks featuring on more then 10 mix CD’s, Alex is ready to keep you UP on the dance-floor.

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Technasia Biography

For thirteen years Technasia has created a unique east/west fusion that moves seamlessly from the Paris club scene, to the streets of Hong Kong, to the hippest techno venues in Europe. Founded by Charles Siegling and Amil Khan in 1996, Technasia thrived as a duo for almost a dozen years. Now, Charles has gone solo, taking Technasia into 2010 as a one-man project. Unlike a Hollywood divorce, the parting between Siegling and Khan is truly amicable. Hong Kong-based Khan retired from Technasia to spend time with his young family. “You have to live this scene every single day,” says Siegling, “It’s very consuming, Amil didn’t want that anymore.”

Despite the change, Siegling has always been the ‘front man’ in terms of DJing and performing live, so Technasia is as thrilling and full-bodied a live experience as ever. If anything, Siegling is even more determined to infuse every aspect of Technasia with his utter absorption in sound, the passion born of 25 years engrossed in electronic music. Born in Paris and raised in an 11th century chateau, Charles grew up listening to everything from Depeche Mode to Jimi Hendrix. His music-loving dad even introduced him to early British rave tunes. As a university student he continued his musical education the clubs of Paris listening to the likes of Derrick May and Robert Owens; and taking note of the records Laurent Garnier and DJ Deep played on their radio shows.

In the mid-90s Siegling, who did a degree in film studies, went to check out the Hong Kong cinema scene. There, a mutual friend introduced him to Amil Khan and after they discovered a shared taste in electronic music, Technasia was born. They chose to base Technasia and their record label Sino in Hong Kong because there was no scene there, no record shops, no underground, no infrastructure. It was initially a battle for survival, but the location is vital to the Technasia ethos of music as communication. “Language is THE ultimate barrier,” says Siegling. He strives to overcome the barrier in his own life by picking up languages wherever he goes – he speaks Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish and Italian, among others – but ultimately he chooses to communicate through sound. “Electronic music is the greatest language of all. No words, just the vibration, the emotion and the beat.”

Charles has a burning ambition to create music that transcends cultural barriers, and to captivate every audience. The proof of his success is in the list of clubs and festivals Technasia has played. Fans around the globe, from China, to Colombia, to the Czech Republic, know Technasia’s classic anthems including ‘Force’, ‘Oxide’ and ‘Evergreen’. And they know that every Technasia show takes the music to new heights. When DJing, Charles always plays on three decks, showcasing the old-fashioned arts of cutting and scratching. Live, Technasia takes audiences on an unforgettable ride. Charles literally becomes a one-man band, playing keyboards, percussion and acoustic instruments. He even sings. Anything to create irresistible energy and atmosphere. “I want my audience having fun,” explains Siegling. “Not falling asleep, or going off to the bar for a beer.”

The performance aspect of Technasia is complemented by artist albums ‘Future Mix’ and ‘Popsoda’ – which are modern classics. Siegling is also an outspoken promoter of young talent, using the Sino imprint as a launch pad for talent including Joris Voorn, Renato Cohen, Steve Rachmad and young Catalan producer Dosem. He has straightforward criteria for what makes a Sino artist: talent and individuality. Charles is refreshingly direct – he has no patience for industry politics – and he seeks out musicians who have a similar strength of character and clarity of purpose. “I share my knowledge with artists who deserve a push,” says Siegling. “So when they are ready to fly, they can do it on their own.”

Siegling is currently polishing the third Technasia album, due to be released mid-2010, and planning a huge tour which will take the new music to fans around the world. There is 12” single planned for spring, and fans can look forward to remixes from artists including Marc Romboy, Mauro Picotto and Renato Cohen later in the year. Right now, Siegling is in production overdrive: “My neighbours probably see me alone in the studio at 5AM, dancing my ass off!” he jokes. One thing is certain: come 2010, he won’t be dancing alone anymore.

01 - Jerome Sydenham - Deep Fried - UK Promotions
02 - Enzo Siragusa - Himba Raindance - Welt
03 - Dosem - Road To Ebron - Sino
04 - Dapayk Solo - The Little Thing You Do (Niko Schwind Remix) - Stil Vor Talent
05 - Mutant Clan - Sancerre - Terminal M
06 - Gerald Mitchell - Faith - 430 West
07 - Santos - Mariachi Hotel - Crosstown Digital Rebels
08 - Spirit Catcher - Sedona - Systematic
09 - Layo & Bushwacka - Now Is The Time (2020 Sound System Remix) - Olmeto
10 - Jamie Anderson feat. Mr K. Alexi - Cyclone - Mija
11 - Dennis Ferrer - Hey Hey (Df S Attention Dub) - Objektivity
12 - Wally Lopez - Noche Sin Luna (Coyu & Edu Imbernon Remix) - The Factoria
13 - Guillaume & The Coutu Dumonts - Raw - Musique Risquée
14 - Santos - La Pineta - Crosstown Digital Rebels
15 - Marc Romboy - Talking All That Jazz - Systematic
16 - Lucio Aquilina - Black Elf - Hideout
17 - Mes - Back To Basics (Satoshi Tomiie Mes Mix) - Saw
18 - Gerald Mitchell - It's Possible - 430 West
19 - Roberto Bosco - One - Figure
20 - Steve Stoll - Untitled Loop
21 - Agaric - Nobody Home - We Are
22 - Steve Stoll - Untitled Loop 2
23 - Youknow - Bacata (Technasia Remix 1) - Monique
24 - The Cheapers - Madame Sans Merci - Upon You

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Technasia
Technasia.com
Myspace.com/technasia
Discogs.com/artist/Technasia

Technasia_Press Pics.zip
http://www.mediafire.com/file/djv2eonyhwz

Sino
Myspace.com/sinolabel
Technorient.com/sino
Technorient.com
Discogs.com/label/Sino

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